Trichophyton Skin Test
Pronunciation
(trye koe FYE ton skin test)
Generic Available
Yes
Use
Assess cell-mediated immunity
Pregnancy Risk Factor
C
Stability
Refrigerate at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F).
Dosage
0.1 mL intradermally, examine reaction site in 24-48 hours; induration of
5 mm in diameter is a positive reaction
Administration
Administer by intradermal injection into flexor surface of forearm using a tuberculin syringe with a
3/8" to
1/2" 26- or 27-gauge needle; shallow SubQ injection is a less painful alternate method of administration; do not administer I.V.
Patient Education
Test must be read at 24-48 hours or 48-72 hours
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
No significant effects or complications reported
Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions
No information available to require special precautions
Dosage Forms
Injection, solution: 1:500 (1 mL)